Clos de Bouard - Montagne Saint-Emilion 2019

Wine Advocate

87-89 / 100

byLisa Perrotti-Brownthe7/15/2020

Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2019 Clos de Bouärd rolls out of the glass with notions of Black Forest cake, stewed black plums and dried mulberries plus wafts of mocha, underbrush and Sichuan pepper. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is laden with layers of baked berries land framed by firm, chewy tannins and plenty of freshness, finishing spicy.

WeinWisser

17,5 / 20

the7/7/2020

Bettane & Desseauve

92 / 100

by Bettane & Desseauvethe7/3/2020

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Vinous

89-91 / 100

byAntonio Gallonithe6/18/2020

The 2019 Clos de Boüard is rich and expansive in the glass. Lavender, sage, spice, mint and chocolate overtones add terrific aromatic depth, but it is the wine's balance and overall presence that impress most. In 2019 Clos de Boüard is a wine of real substance and depth.

Jeb DUNNUCK

91-93 / 100

byJeb Dunnuckthe6/18/2020

91-93+ The top wine of this estate, the 2019 Château Clos De Bouard is a Merlot-dominated wine that includes small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Franc. It's made by Coralie de Bouard of Château Angelus, and as you'd expect from this talented team, the wine is brilliant, offering a dense purple color as well as rocking levels of blackcurrants, black cherries, graphite, leather, and crushed rock. Medium to full-bodied, ripe, and nicely concentrated, it has plenty of structure, if not a touch more obvious tannins than the 2018. Nevertheless, it should be approachable in its youth and have 15 years of longevity.

Vinous

91-93 / 100

byNeal Martinthe6/16/2020

The 2019 Clos de Boüard has a seriously intense bouquet with layers of blackberry, briary and subtle floral scents, thankfully maintaining impressive focus and delineation. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins and fine acidity. Velvety smooth in texture, it develops hints of bitter dark chocolate towards the finish that demonstrates good persistency, though I am seeking just a little more complexity and nuance here. Otherwise this is a fine Montagne Saint-Émilion from Coralie de Boüard.

Yvesbeck.wine

92-94 / 100

byYves Beckthe6/15/2020

Rouge grenat dense aux reflets violets. Beaucoup de finesse et de subtilite´ dans le bouquet de Clos de Bou¨ard. Agre´ables notes fruite´es ou` je rele`ve des nuances de mu^res et de myrtilles ainsi qu'un peu de bois de re´glisse. Attaque friande et cre´meuse. Le vin a du corps et est dote´ de tannins tre`s fins, parfaitement inte´gre´s, et d'une structure juteuse qui octroie de la frai^cheur et du tempe´rament. Un vin invitant, race´ et convaincant. Les vins de Clos de Bou¨ard gagnent en pre´cision et en de´finition au fil des anne´es. 2023-2036

Jamessuckling.com

90-91 / 100

byJames Sucklingthe6/15/2020

Attractive, balanced red with a medium body and juicy fruit. Round tannins and a lightly chewy finish. Should soften out nicely with barrel aging.

The Wine Cellar Insider

92-94 / 100

byJeff Levethe6/10/2020

Rich, lush, opulently textured black, blue and red fruits are what you find on the palate. That is until you work your way over to the medium/full-bodied, sensuous, chocolate, licorice, espresso and fruit-filled, supple textured finish. 92-94 Pts

Jamessuckling.com

90-91 / 100

byJames Sucklingthe6/3/2020

Attractive, balanced red with a medium body and juicy fruit. Round tannins and a lightly chewy finish. Should soften out nicely with barrel aging

Jean-Marc QUARIN

90 / 100

byJean-Marc Quarinthe5/20/2020

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